Mental Health Clinician - IDD Behavioral Health

Easterseals MORC Logo; Clarkston, Southfield (MI, MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dependent care reimbursement

Paid leave

Mileage reimbursement

Student loan repayment options

Pet Insurance

Wellness Programs

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Easterseals MORC is seeking a Mental Health Clinician to support individuals with IDD in behavioral health services. The role includes assessments, planning, and therapy, with collaboration across families, caregivers, and clinical teams.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work and active licensure (LPC/LMSW/LLPC/LLMSW) or equivalents. Prior group and individual counseling experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters or better in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, as applicable.
• Licensed or in process to obtain licensure (LPC, LMSW, LLMSW, LLPC, LLP).
• Experience preferred in counseling with IDD/behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and evaluations, including behavioral factors.
• Develop person-centered plans and measurable goals.
• Provide individual, family, or group therapy when needed.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams for referrals.
• Train caregivers on plans and strategies; monitor progress and outcomes.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust plans as needed.

Skills

Team Player

Innovative

Detail Oriented

Work-Life Balance

Flexibility

Ability to Make an Impact

Education

Masters or better in Counseling or related field

Job description

Job Category: Clinical Professionals - Monthly Supervision

Easterseals MORC is hiring for a Mental Health Clinician - IDD Behavioral Health to help make a difference and become part of something bigger than yourself!

We are looking for Game Changers
The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference. The superheroes of their field who care about the people they serve. If that sounds like you, we want you on our team.

• Dependent care reimbursement, and up to 5 days paid FMLA for maternity, paternity, foster care and adoption.
• Paid leave options available
• Up to $125 bonus for taking 5 days off in a row.
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Wellness Programs
• We are a PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Employer.
• We provide bonuses and extra incentives to reward hard work & dedication.
• Mileage reimbursement in accordance with IRS rate.
• Free financial planning services through our partnerships with the LoVasco Consulting Group, and SoFi.
• Student loan repayment options
• Pet Insurance
• Possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling
• Hold licensure as a Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist (TLLP), Limited Licensed Master of Social Work (LLMSW), or Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) from the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience providing group and individual counseling preferred
• Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and current auto insurance.
• Must possess knowledge and understanding of co-occurring disorders (mental health & substance abuse) and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

What You'll Do:

Assessment and Evaluation

• Conduct comprehensive functional and behavioral assessments.
• Evaluate emotional, social, environmental, and physiological factors affecting the individual.
• Analyze vulnerabilities, behavioral risks, and medication effects.
• Facilitate mental health evaluations and diagnoses.
• Assess decision-making capacity and guardianship-related considerations, when necessary.

Treatment Planning

• Participate in Person-Centered Planning (PCP) meetings.
• Develop individualized support plans that promote:
• Meaningful relationships
• Personal choice and independence
• Skill development and acquisition
• Positive behavioral outcomes
• Create measurable goals, objectives, interventions, and timelines.

Therapeutic Services

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy when needed.
• Implement behavioral interventions and skill-building programs.
• Deliver crisis intervention services when needed.

Consultation and Coordination

• Collaborate with families, caregivers, support staff, guardians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide referrals to psychiatrists, community providers, and other support services.
• Consult with the individual's circle of support regarding professional recommendations.

Training and Education

• Train individuals, family members, caregivers, direct support professionals, and other stakeholders on support plans and behavioral strategies.

Monitoring and Quality Assurance

• Evaluate progress toward treatment goals.
• Develop and maintain outcome measures such as charts, graphs, journals, and behavioral data.
• Prepare and present cases to the Behavior Treatment Plan Review Committee (BTPRC).
• Monitor effectiveness of interventions and revise plans as needed.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Masters or better in Counseling or related field.

Masters or better in Psychology or related field.

Masters or better in Social Work or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

LPC

LMSW

LLP

LLPC

LLMSW

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